Learn to grow an organic garden

Tuesday, March 28, 2017

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KEENELearn to grow an organic garden

The Monadnock Food Co-op hosts the “How to Grow a Totally Organic Garden” workshop on April 19, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. with author Celeste Longacre. This event will be held at the Railroad Square Senior Housing Conference Room, 49 Community Way, Keene (across the parking lot from the Monadnock Food Co-op). Participants will learn the tools they need to plant and maintain an organic garden, including soil preparation, planting, weeding, thinning and harvesting.

A report from Food Solutions New England calls for the region to produce at least 50% of its food by 2060 – up from the current metric of producing 12%. Empowering individuals to grow their own food is a critical tool to help New England reach this goal: www.foodsolutionsne.org/new-england-food-vision/.

“The Co-op strives to offer workshops, such as this one with Celeste, that empower individuals to help create a more sustainable food system for New England and ensure healthy food access for all,” said Megan Straughen, the co-op’s Events, Education & Sustainability Coordinator.

This colorful and inspiring event is free, however registration is required. Visit the Monadnock Food Co-op website to register: monadnockfood.coop/event/grow-totally-organic-garden/

Celeste Longacre is the author of “Celeste’s Garden Delights.” She is also an accomplished gardener who has been growing most of her family’s vegetables for over 35 years. She preserves the garden’s bounty by canning, freezing, drying, and fermenting it as well as storing her produce in a root cellar. For further information, please visit her website at www.celestelongacre.com.